📅 November 21, 1980 — the fire that changed hotel safety forever. On this day, a devastating fire broke out at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, killing 85 people and injuring more than 600. The blaze started in a restaurant on the first floor, fueled by wiring faults and flammable materials. Within minutes, thick smoke spread through the high-rise tower, trapping guests in hallways and rooms. The tragedy revealed major fire-safety failures — including the absence of sprinklers in key areas of